
Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 111 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík worth booking?
Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík is a 10-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $288 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 111 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (111)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $288 per person
Put the ice in Iceland with this trip to Langjökull glacier, the second largest glacier in Iceland. On this tour, your guide won't just take you to see Langjökull — you'll go inside it! Traveling by a modified glacier vehicle over the ice, explore the tunnels carved into the glacier -a true feat of engineering- and gawk at the ethereal blue glow of the ice. Learn about Iceland's history, geology, and glaciers that define much of the country's beauty from your expert guide. See crevasses an ice like never before on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. This day tour from Reykjavík includes stops at Deildartunguhver -the most powerful hot spring in Europe- and Hraunfossar, a beautiful waterfall with icy blue water flowing right from the glacier we will visit!
What you get
About this experience
Put the ice in Iceland with this trip to Langjökull glacier, the second largest glacier in Iceland. On this tour, your guide won't just take you to see Langjökull — you'll go inside it! Traveling by a modified glacier vehicle over the ice, explore the tunnels carved into the glacier -a true feat of engineering- and gawk at the ethereal blue glow of the ice. Learn about Iceland's history, geology, and glaciers that define much of the country's beauty from your expert guide. See crevasses an ice like never before on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. This day tour from Reykjavík includes stops at Deildartunguhver -the most powerful hot spring in Europe- and Hraunfossar, a beautiful waterfall with icy blue water flowing right from the glacier we will visit!
What's included
Included
- Sightseeing stops
- Crampons/ice spikes
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guided tour
- Snowsuits and boot covers available to borrow
Not included
- Food and Drinks
What you'll see and do
Deildartunguhver Thermal Spring
Deildartunguhver is a hot spring in Reykholtsdalur, Iceland. It is characterized by a very high flow rate for a hot spring and water emerges at 97 °C. It is the highest-flow hot spring in Europe. Some of the water is used for heating, being piped 34 kilometers to Borgarnes and 64 kilometers to Akranes.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Barnafoss
Barnafoss is also known as Bjarnafoss, which was its previous name. Barnafoss is near Hraunfossar which burst out of Hallmundarhraun which is a great lava plain. Barnafoss is a waterfall in Western Iceland, about 100 kilometers from Reykjavík. Barnafoss is on the river Hvítá in Borgarfjörður.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Hraunfossar
Hraunfossar is a series of waterfalls formed by rivulets streaming over a distance of about 900 meters out of the Hallmundarhraun, a lava field that flowed from an eruption of one of the volcanoes lying under the glacier Langjökull.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Sturlureykir Horses/Visiting HorseFarm
Visit of a local horse farm
40 minutes here · Admission included
Explore the amazing man-made ice tunnel in Langjökull glacier. The biggest ice-tunnel in the world of a total of approx. 600 meter long.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Summer
Hotel Transfer: Please select your desired pickup location from the list Pickup included
Winter
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Arctic Adventures
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 110 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
110 verified traveler reviews for Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Haffy - the Best Icelandic Tour Guide!
Haffy is one of the best tour guides we have had to the privilege to meet. My family (my mom, Dad, sister, brother in law and 2 kids) and I all thought this tour was one of the big highlights of Iceland. Going into an Ice Cave is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Haffy was knowledgeable, funny and so informative. Life on Iceland is very unique and he gave us so much personal insight about growing up and living in Iceland. He also had us turn the lights off and sang to us in complete darkness, which was so awesome. The ice cave is fascinating with the different layers of ice and how the glacier is always moving. I would recommend this tour and would do it again!
via Tripadvisor
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Absolutely amazing experience, once in a lifetime for sure. 10/10 recommend, would recommend for everyone. They give you all the gear to have a good experience too. Our tour guide, Hammer, was awesome also.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience
Excellent tour, brilliant experience, the tour guides, Hammer and Ao were Brilliant, very friendly and chatty, would definitely recommend going on this tour.
via Viator
Amazing Experience
Brilliant tour, the tour guides, Hammer and Ao were Brilliant, very friendly and fun to be around, being inside the glacier was stunning, brilliant experience, brilliant atmosphere, would definitely recommend doing this experience, it's brilliant.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Great experience, guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. Lots of good stops on the bus ride to the glacier.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 39
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Arctic Adventures, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.6.
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Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík cost?
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Prices start at $288 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.
Is Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 111 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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Around 39 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?
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On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Reykjavik?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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Included: Sightseeing stops; Crampons/ice spikes; On-board WiFi; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Guided tour. Not included: Food and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 25 listed pickup locations in and around Reykjavik.
What languages is Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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Across 111 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Into the Glacier: Langjökull Ice Cave Day Tour from Reykjavík?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Summer, Winter. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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